Experience the World of Pearls Like Never Before

At the Pearl Association of America, we believe the most powerful way to foster appreciation and understanding of pearls is through immersive, hands-on experiences.

Launching in June 2025, our Immersive Experiences program will consist of curated trips for small groups of retailers, designers, influencers, and passionate collectors, to some of the world’s most significant pearl-producing regions—Japan, French Polynesia, China, Bahrain, and Mexico—offering in-depth insight into how pearls are cultivated, harvested, sorted, and brought to market.

Participants will meet cultured pearl farmers, divers, and technicians, gaining a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship and culture surrounding pearl production. They will also attend pearl industry trade events to experience, firsthand, the journey of the pearl from farm to market.

Our Immersive Experiences program will, therefore, allow professionals and consumers alike to appreciate pearls not only as luxury goods, but as cultural and natural treasures.  

Schedule of Events:      

• June 2025 – Japan Pearl Farm Tour
• November 2025 – Japan Pearl Farm Tour